Buying Allergy-aware Halloween Candy

October 2, 2013

I love giving out candy at Halloween. Of course, I admire those people who give out in-edible treats like stickers and pencils. It’s a great way to point kids to being healthy, and you don’t have to worry about any kids with allergies or diabetes. But I will always give out candy, including candy that Joseph is allergic to. However, the past couple years, I have made sure to have a variety of things in the bowl and let the kids pick what they want. Then if they want the nut-laden Snickers, they can have it. If they are allergic to (or just don’t like) chocolate, then I have options for them too. Here are a few allergy-friendly options to put in candy bowls.

Gummy bears

Smarties

Dum dum lollipops

Starburst

Skittles

Pixie sticks

Fruit snacks

Candy corn

Jolly Ranchers

Jelly beans

Swedish Fish

Sour Patch Kids

Laffy Taffy

Sweet Tarts

Nerds

Bottle Caps

Mike and Ike

Dots

Disclaimer: be sure to read your own labels to make sure it fits your comfort level.